Gender, Sexuality, & Women's Studies: Feminist Studies, BA
A concentration with a broad range, Feminist Studies covers topics ranging from politics to policy, to research methods and methodologies. For example, students with a concentration in Feminist Studies may be interested in focusing on how feminist policy has shaped political life in the United States, researching the ways that feminist advocacy has shaped political movements in Latin America, or examining how feminist approaches to research methods have transformed data collection in particular fields.
The minimum total course units for graduation in this major is 33. Double majors may entail more course units.
For more information: https://gsws.sas.upenn.edu/program/undergraduate/major
For information about the General Education requirements, please visit the College of Arts & Sciences Curriculum page.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| College General Education Requirements and Free Electives | ||
| Foundational Approaches + Sectors1 + Free Electives | 20 | |
| Major Requirements | ||
| Required Courses | ||
| GSWS 0002 | Gender and Society | 1 |
| GSWS 0003 | Introduction to Sexuality Studies and Queer Theory | 1 |
| GSWS Theory Course | 1 | |
| Concentration Requirements | ||
| Select 5 courses with 4 courses in at least two different departments | 5 | |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Select 4 elective courses | 4 | |
| Reseach/Capstone Requirement | ||
| Select 1 course unit | 1 | |
| Total Course Units | 33 | |
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You may count no more than one course toward both a Major and a Sector requirement. For Exceptions, check the Policy Statement.
Honors
Students with an overall GPA of 3.4 and 3.6 or better in the major are eligible for honors.
Concentrations
Students may select one of five concentrations:
- Feminist Studies
- Global Gender and Sexuality Studies
- Health and Disability
- LGBTQ Studies
- Self-designed
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2024 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.